Student Care Specialist
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Job no: 494564
Work type: Hourly (Full Time)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Office/Clerical
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Job Title: Student Care Specialist
Reporting Relationship: Assistant Registrar of Registration & Graduation
Unit: IWU-Marion
Department: Registrar's Office-IWU Marion
Campus Location: Barnes Student Center, Marion, IN
Summary of Position: The Student Care Specialist supports the mission of the Registrar's Office by providing exceptional customer service to students, parents, faculty, and staff in Registration & Academic Services (RAS). This role involves managing essential processes such as petitions, withdrawals, add/drops, and other academic record functions while maintaining a welcoming and professional presence at the front desk.
Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as a hard-working and integral member of the Registrar's Office
Serve as a front-line specialist and provide high-level customer service while maintaining a professional demeanor
Understand, facilitate, and communicate university policies to students, parents, faculty, and staff
Assist students, faculty, and staff in processing and obtaining information regarding student registration and additional academic record forms
Answer department phones and emails promptly and courteously
Manage processes such as petitions, withdrawals, and add/drops
Process forms and assist with document scanning
Update and maintain accurate course section changes and manage related email communications
Process student program changes, including adding or changing certificates/majors/minors
Assist in maintaining accurate academic records by applying approved course substitutions and exceptions
Assist with large events, including New Student Registrations, Graduations, and other programs
Provide graduate information to graduating students and other departments as needed
Assist in the certifying process to ensure that graduates have fulfilled all requirements prior to receiving degrees
Maintain procedure manuals for related areas of responsibility
Assist with creating more efficient and effective processes within the Registrar's Office
Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director and the University Registrar
Assist in transcribing credit
Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
High school diploma
Some college preferred
Experience
Ability in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Powerpoint, Word)
Experience with Power Bi, Access, Excel, Querying information, and SharePoint are not required but preferred
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures
Required Skills
Strong Christian commitment and adherence to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement
High level of customer service skills through written and verbal communication
Computer knowledge and skills with experience in Microsoft Office
Organizational skills with the ability to manage several tasks simultaneously, prioritize projects, and manage resources
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy skills
Ability to work independently or in a team environment
Ability to respond promptly to requests and calls
Ability to work in a busy environment with numerous interruptions
Ability to evaluate and troubleshoot
IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement
IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 16 Jul 2025 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 17 Aug 2025 US Eastern Daylight Time
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